Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'pan'

English Word: pan

Key Russian Translations:

• сковорода [skɐˈvorədə] - [Common noun, used in everyday kitchen contexts]
• пательня [pɐˈtʲelʲnʲə] - [Less common variant, informal or regional]

Frequency: Medium (commonly encountered in domestic and culinary discussions, but not as ubiquitous as basic household items)

Difficulty: A2 (Beginner level; straightforward for English learners familiar with basic nouns, though pronunciation may pose slight challenges)

Pronunciation (Russian):

сковорода: [skɐˈvorədə]

Note on сковорода: The stress falls on the second syllable ("vo"), which is common in Russian nouns. Be careful with the rolled 'r' sound, as it's a frequent difficulty for English speakers.

пательня: [pɐˈtʲelʲnʲə]

Note on пательня: The 'tʲ' represents a palatalized 't', which softens the sound; this is a standard feature in Russian but may require practice.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: A shallow metal container used for cooking food (e.g., frying pan).

Translation(s) & Context:

• сковорода - Typically used in general kitchen settings; neutral and formal contexts, such as recipes or shopping lists.
• пательня - Often used in informal or regional contexts; implies a similar but slightly different type of pan, like a skillet.

Usage Examples:

• Я готовлю ужин на большой сковороде.

  I am cooking dinner on a large pan.

• Не забудьте разогреть сковороду перед жарением мяса.

  Don't forget to heat the pan before frying the meat.

• В нашей кухне есть антипригарная пательня для здорового питания.

  In our kitchen, we have a non-stick pan for healthy cooking.

• Сковорода с антипригарным покрытием идеальна для яиц.

  A pan with non-stick coating is ideal for eggs.

Meaning 2: To move a camera horizontally (e.g., pan the camera), though less common in everyday Russian.

Translation(s) & Context:

• панорамировать (verb form) - Used in film, photography, or technical contexts; more formal and specific to visual arts.

Usage Examples:

• Оператор панорамировал камеру, чтобы показать весь пейзаж.

  The operator panned the camera to show the entire landscape.

• В фильме часто панорамируют для создания динамики.

  In films, they often pan to create dynamics.

• Панорамируйте медленно, чтобы захватить детали.

  Pan slowly to capture the details.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both primary translations are feminine nouns in Russian, which follow standard first-declension patterns. сковорода and пательня are regular and inflect based on case, number, and gender. Below is a table for сковорода as an example:

For пательня, the inflections are similar: Nominative singular is пательня, Genitive singular is пательни, etc. These are regular patterns with no irregularities, making them straightforward for learners.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • пательня (similar to сковорода but slightly more informal)
  • жаровня (for a broader type of pan, often used in baking contexts)
• Antonyms:
  • None directly applicable, as this is a concrete noun; conceptually, something like "кастрюля" (pot) could contrast in shape and use.

Related Phrases:

• Антипригарная сковорода - A non-stick pan; used for easy cooking and cleaning in modern kitchens.
• Разогреть сковороду - To heat the pan; a common phrase in recipes for preparing food.
• Чугунная пательня - Cast-iron pan; implies durability and traditional cooking methods.

Usage Notes:

The English word "pan" most directly translates to "сковорода" in Russian for kitchen contexts, but choose "пательня" if the conversation is informal or regional. Note that Russian nouns are gendered (feminine here), which affects adjectives and verbs in sentences (e.g., "большая сковорода" for "big pan"). In formal writing or recipes, stick to standard inflections. When "pan" means to scan or move, use verb forms like "панорамировать," which is more technical and less everyday.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using the wrong case, e.g., saying "на сковорода" instead of "на сковороде" (correct: "on the pan" in locative contexts). Explanation: Russian requires the prepositional case for locations, so always check the noun's ending based on its role in the sentence.

• Error: Mispronouncing the stress, e.g., stressing the first syllable in "сковорода." Correct: [skɐˈvorədə] with stress on "vo." Explanation: Incorrect stress can make the word sound unnatural or lead to misunderstandings in spoken Russian.

• Error: Confusing with similar words like "кастрюля" (pot). Correct: Use "сковорода" for flat, shallow pans only. Explanation: This mix-up often happens due to visual similarities, but context clarifies; always specify the type in descriptions.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, сковорода is a staple in home cooking, often associated with traditional dishes like blini (pancakes) or fried potatoes. It symbolizes everyday family meals and is featured in folklore, such as in stories where a magic pan might grant wishes, reflecting the cultural importance of food preparation in Russian daily life.

Related Concepts:

• Кухня (kitchen)
• Жарение (frying)
• Посуда (cookware)